1. How can ATIO KB assist you and users like you?
The ATIO KB can be an opportunity to explore the significance of indigenous knowledge in food production and in climate change adaptation needed for building a resilient Agrifood system from grassroot level. Thus, it can be a contribution to big data generation and management and can be used as a reference base for ethical data sourcing. Furthermore, this is an opportunity to utilize these technologies towards expanding on local food markets to deliver more nutritious food.
2. What's your take on concepts like policy innovation and social innovation?
The integration of these two concepts is vital since policy innovation tackles issues of bringing transformation within the technology aspect. Whilst social innovation deals with inclusivity of the human aspect more in relation to social dynamics. The FAO Strategic Framework 2022-2031 underscores that both these concepts for innovation are important in transforming the agri-food systems for “better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind”. Infusing both concepts is essential.
Prof. Xolile Mkhize